North Wales Pride

A committee that plans events for the LGBT and wider community within North Wales. They also organise the annual North Wales PRIDE event to bring the LGBT and wider community together as a celebration of diversity and to break down barriers to discrimination.

West Wales GOC

The West Wales Gay Outdoor Club describes itself as "a friendly group with a good balance of both women and men, a full annual programme - generally walking on the first weekend of each month on a Sunday, though a few throughout the year will be on a Saturday, particularly suitable for people wishing to travel by public transport. Each walk is usually around 6-8 miles in length, with the level of difficultly for each one clearly described on our event page."

As well as the monthly walks, they usually have two weekends away walking, socialising and exploring a new area. In the summer there are also shorter evening walks and cycle rides plus other social events. The group’s co-ordinator is Allyson Evans (known as Al). To contact this group email westwales@goc.org.uk

Viva LGBT+

Viva provides Youth groups and support for young people aged 14 to 25 identifying as lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans or those who aren’t sure yet.

There are three weekly groups you can go along to, to meet and make friends with LGBT people your age.

Rhyl: Tuesday 5.30-8.30pm

Wrexham: Thursday 6-8pm

Llandudno Junction: Wednesday 6-8pm

Viva also offer one to one meeting at a time and place (anywhere in North Wales) that suits you if you can’t make the groups or need more support.

Find out more: Call 01745 357941, email info@vivalgbt.co.uk or find them on social media facebook.com/lgbtviva, twitter.com/vivalgbt

Rustic Rainbow

An informal group for LGB&T people who love the natural beauty of North Wales. Rustic Rainbow provides a relaxing environment so LGBT people can make friends and enjoy activities together such as walking, the cinema, parties and days out. Rustic Rainbow is a non scene based LGBT social group. This means their events do not normally take place in bars or clubs, however they do attend several local pride events, and members are free to organise bar based offshoot events through them.

Spectrum of Sound LGBT+ Choir

North Wales’ only LGBT+ Choir. The group welcome people with or without previous singing experience, and there are no auditions. Bringing together LGBT+ singers of all abilities in a friendly and supportive environment, sharing their music with the community.

You can find out more via the Facebook page or by emailing spectrumofsoundchoir@gmail.com

Umbrella Cymru

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Umbrella Cymru provide a wide range of services and support in relation to gender and sexual diversity. provide a wide range of emotional, practical and counselling services and support in relation to gender and sexual diversity.

They aim to advance sexual orientation and gender identity equality and inclusion across Wales, and provide a range of support, signposting, advocacy, information and other services.

UNIQUE Transgender Network

A voluntary group supporting Trans* (transgender) people in North Wales & West Cheshire.

For Trans* people, from just-left-the-closet cross-dressers to transsexuals following Gender Reassignment Surgery (including all those who do not identify with the gender binary), offering reassurance and support from others with similar experiences.

Unique’s prime aim is to help Trans* people accept themselves and find acceptance from others.

The group usually holds its meetings on the third Thursday of each month, starting at around 8.00 pm. Meeting are held at the Cae Mor Hotel in Llandudno.

They meet in the downstairs function room, with its own bar and toilet facilities and the toilet may be used for changing.

LGBT+ Youth Club

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The LGBT+ Youth Club is an opportunity for young people aged 15-21 to enjoy themselves, have fun, meet friends and be themselves in Caernarfon.

Meeting twice a month at Te a Cofi (22/23 Y Maes, LL55 2NA Caernarfon) the group have full use of the cafe, XBox, wi-fi and computer and the aim of the Youth Club is to be an inclusive environment where young people can take part in games and workshops or to simply catch up with friends. Therapeutic support is also available.

Free entry. Contact Aled or Becca at LGBT@gisda.co.uk for more information, advice or support

Aber Pride

AberPride is a University of Wales, Aberystwyth Guild of Students’ society for the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and undefined community.

As a society they cater for students with a busy social calendar to keep all entertained, as well as giving the opportunity to join in and show support in their campaigns.

Every week they have two socials where members can chill out and have a drink with other members of the society. On a wednesday they hold their evening social, a pub crawl and on a Sunday they hold a Coffee social with a more relaxed atmosphere.

Once a month they have Scene - a party, where you can dance and have fun with your friends and our other members at the Union.

LGBT Cymru Helpline & Counselling

They provide general information, advice and confidential support in many areas of life and around various issues that people might experience.

Qualified staff and trained volunteers are able to help any caller on any subject to do with LGBT issues and life in general. You don’t have to be lesbian, gay or bisexual to call us, perhaps you have questions or concerns about your child, or your parent, or you may even want to talk about your friend, partner or spouse as well information about places to go, bars, clubs, social and sports groups or support groups.

Undeb Bangor LGBT+ Society

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The university has an active LGBT+ society welcoming anyone to join, regardless of sexual orientation or gender expression. From karaoke and our Fruit Salad club nights, to LGBTea coffee afternoons, their aim is to provide a safe and welcoming environment for members of the LGBT+ community.

As well as focusing on social aspects, they also run campaigns and collaborations with various other societies at Bangor University, for example FemSoc (Bangor’s Feminist Society).

For more information email unity@undebbangor.com

Outdoor lads

A UK social group for gay, bisexual and trans men who love the great outdoors.

They organise hiking, camping, climbing, hostelling, biking, canoeing, sailing and skiing events - as well as one-off international trips and more hard-core 'challenge' events.

It doesn't matter whether you're a total beginner or a well-hardened outdoor enthusiast - we have something for everyone, each week, all over the UK. And whatever the event you'll find a group of friendly, welcoming guys with a shared love of the outdoors.

RainbowBiz Flintshire

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RainbowBiz CIC are a social enterprise with an aim to promote equality and diversity by enabling their volunteers to develop skills, celebrating difference, empowering their volunteers and engaging with the local community.

Gwynedd Social Meet

Gay, Lesbian & Bisexual discreet social gathering, in the heart of rural Gwynedd. Gay ’drop-in’ meetings, for an informal chat, a cup of tea and a chance to socialize for gay men, lesbians and bisexual people.

Very informal social meeting on the last Sunday of every month. Non religious, all welcome. From 2pm to 4pm at St. John & St. George, Caernarfon. For further enquiries telephone 01286 881970 or email graham@tyddyn.co.uk

Gay Bikers Motorcycle Club

GBMCC began in 1977 as a club for gay men and women bikers in the UK and is now the biggest gay biking club in Europe. Members come from all over the UK and there an increasing number from Europe and Overseas.

Members are of all ages and backgrounds with varied biking interests, but are primarily a road-riding club. Riding experience ranges from novice through to advanced riders and club racers. The group is national but holds regional events. You can find out more and join online via their website www.gbmcc.co.uk

The Aber Staff LGBTA Network

The Aber Staff LGBTA Network was set up in 2010. It’s open to anyone who works at Aberystwyth University (in any capacity), and any postgraduates who identify as lesbian, gay, bi, trans, queer or questioning, plus friends and allies of the community.

The Aber Staff LGBTA Network was set up to allow LGBTA staff to socialise, network, explore relevant professional issues and areas, and enjoy events such as film showings and reading groups. Anyone is welcome to become involved in the social life, the running of the group or to attend the meetings which are held once a month. For more details on the staff LGBTA network, please contact the current network coordinator, Ruth Fowler - ruf@aber.ac.uk

Events

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L FEST 2018

The UK’s only lesbian music, arts and comedy festival is moving to Wales and will be heading to Bodafon Farm in Llandudno. The festival sold out in record time, but you can sign up for the waiting list on the website, with more tickets expected to be released soon.

North Wales Pride

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Easter Saturday All Dayer

The Pot in Rhyl are hosting a a live music charity event with proceeds going to the local Viva LGBT group. Featuring music from Burning Flag - Scathing northern punk noise, from Halifax, Maines - melodic punk from North Wales and more. Entrance £4 on door, there will be a fundraising raffle for prizes from the bands on the night. March 31, 4pm - midnight.

Chester Pride

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Celebrating diversity and the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender community, Chester Pride takes place on Castle Square, Chester on Saturday August 11 2018.

There will be 3 stages of entertainment, information in our Health Life and Wellbeing zone, market stalls and activities for children in our children’s zone plus lots more....

Liverpool Pride

Building on the last nine years, Liverpool Pride presents #AllTogetherNow, a free festival of inclusion, involving all corners of the LGBTQ+ and wider community.

All are invited to celebrate the freedom of self expression however we see, feel and identify - especially in light of all the tragedies and targeted hysteria taking place around the world. This weekend symbolises that freedom, that right, that ‘normality’ to love who we love, and be who we are.

Liverpool Pride has grown to become one of the city's major annual events. In 2016 the festival attracted more than 32,000 festival goers to celebrate lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender communities and this was topped in 2017 with an estimated 50,000 people revellers joining in the celebration.

Takes place July 28 - 29, 2018.

Pride Cymru Big Weekend

Previously called Cardiff-Wales LGBT Mardi Gras, Pride Cymru is Wales’ largest annual celebration of equality and diversity. Over the years, the event has gained a huge amount of support and recognition from the community, partners, attendees near and from afar, and by all of those those who take part.

The number of visitors to the event annually has grown significantly peaking at around 20,000. While it’s become one of the biggest pride events in the UK over the years, it’s taken creative initiatives to tackle wider issues in the LGBT community.

The Annual National Transgender Festival: Sparkle

July 6 - 8, Manchester

A national weekend festival of all things transgender, held each year in Manchester in July. A fun mix of social and support activities, including talks, workshops, meals, clubs, information and more. The Sparkle Ball will once again be held at the Mercure Hotel on Portland Street, Manchester, with The Sparkle Music Awards taking place on 7th and 8th July, 2018.

Manchester Pride Festival

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The Manchester Pride Festival takes place in the heart of Manchester's city centre and is an award winning four day event celebrating LGBT+ life. The Festival is Manchester Pride's flagship event and consists of four elements: The Big Weekend, The Manchester Pride Parade, The Candlelit Vigil and The Superbia Weekend.Tens of thousands of people come together to celebrate, with pride, some of the biggest names in music and entertainment.

Described as “the country’s most popular LGBT event,” the Brighton Pride Festival is a vibrant celebration of all that is wonderful about Brighton & Hove’s diverse community, with visitors from across the globe enjoying its spectacular celebrations.

August 3 - 5 2018.

LGBTQ+ friendly pubs and club nights

The White Lion, Bangor

The White Lion pub in Bangor

(Near Bangor Clock and the bus station)

A gay/attitude-free venue in Bangor City Centre

Open 8pm till late every night.

Deva's Karaoke, Ginger's Prestatyn

LGBTQ+ and straight friendly night on Sundays from 7pm till midnight with DJ Stephany who you may well have been acquainted with at the Offa's Tavern.

O’Gradys Irish bar, Rhyl

An LGBT+ friendly pub in Rhyl.

Caskeys, Rhyl

The first Tuesday of every month - Gay and STR8 friendly night at Caskeys. Vale Rd, Rhyl hosted by the one and only Shagger. Cabaret, comedy, karaoke and disco, Music on 8pm, Shagger on 9pm - 12.30am. If easily offended, stay away.

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Liverpool Arms, Chester

The Liverpool Arms is Chester’s only full time gay venue offering warm welcome and great entertainment shows. Just five minutes walk from Chester Town Hall and 20 mins from Chester Railway Station.

The Travellers Rest, Hightown, Wrexham

The first Sunday of every month, The Travellers Rest is visited by the outrageous drag-queen Shagger. Cabaret, comedy, karaoke and disco, From 8pm - midnight. Prepare to be mocked, shocked and rocked. If easily offended, stay away.

Manorhaus Llangollen

With stunning views of the castle and hills, the black and white painted Manorhaus sits at the heart of Llangollen town, best known for hosting the Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod every July. Surrounded by beautiful Welsh countryside, the town is perfect for shoppers looking to peruse independent shops or for taking walks to soak up the history of the Castell Dinas Bran (Crow Castle), St Collen’s Church, canal views and experience the thriving arts scene.

The Pier, Rhyl

The Pier Hotel Rhyl is an Adult Only 10 bedroomed Non Smoking town house Hotel offering bed, breakfast to visitors and local residents to Rhyl. The Pier Hotel is directly opposite the beach and Rhyl Events Arena and has has an excellent small team who ensure that your stay will be above and beyond your expectations.

Golden Fleece Inn

Market Square Tremadog

Gay run Golden Fleece Inn is a hotel quality B&amp;B situated just 1 mile from Porthmadog in the beautiful village of Tremadog. Their B&amp;B accommodation is conveniently located Nr Porthmadog for both the Ffestiniog and the Welsh Highland Railway. It is also close to Portmerion, Snowdonia, and the Llyn Peninsula. The Golden Fleece Inn boasts a variety of single, twin, double and family en-suite bedrooms on a bed and breakfast basis with competitive prices.

Plas Tan-Yr-Allt Historic Country House

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Tremadog

Plas Tan-Yr-Allt Historic Country House is a Gay Owned - Award Winning Historic Country House.

Perched high on a hillside and nestled amongst some 40 acres of ancient woodlands with long lensed views over the Glaslyn Estuary, Ffestiniog Steam Railway to the plantagenet castle of Harlech and mountains beyond.

Having recently refurbished the Plas the current owners Howard and Mark are offering three luxuriously appointed bedrooms, complete with antiquities and period features, all named after some of its previous residents: The William Madocks Bedroom, Shelley’s Theatre and Miss Hilda’s Bedroom . All rooms come complete with an array of creature comforts consistent with a property of this type. Lavishly appointed en-suite bathrooms with Slate Underfloor Heating complete the picture.

Plas Dinas Country House

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Bontnewydd, Caernarfon

Plas Dinas Country House B&B formerly the Welsh Country Home of Lord Snowdon, this Gay run small 5 star country house with 10 individually styled bedrooms offers a high standard of accommodation. Drawing room with log fire & voted one of the world’s Top 25 B&B/Inn’s in the Tripadvisor Travellers Choice Awards 2014.

Set in 15 acres with stunning views of the sea and mountains. Easy access to lots of tourist attractions such as the Snowdonia National Park, Welsh Highland Railway, Portmeiron, Angelsey and Caernarfon.

Somerdale Bed and Breakfast, Pwllheli

Gay run Somerdale bed and breakfast offers affordable yet luxurious rooms overlooking an award winning blue flag beach on the Llyn peninsula situated four miles from Abersoch, eight miles from Cricceth and 12 miles from Porthmadog.

Can-y-Bae, Llandudno

Michael Thompson and Dave Preece from Can-y-Bae B&B in Llandudno collected their award for being runners up in the AA Friendliest Bed and Breakfast Award 2016.

Gay Owned Multiple Award Winning 4 Star Seafront Hotel. Located on the seafront just 300 yards from Venue Cymru, North Wales' premier Theatre and just five minutes walk from the town centre.

Windmill Holiday Home, Anglesey

The Windmill is a self catering converted Mill, dating back to 1741. The top floor features stunning views out over the sea to Puffin Island, and whole Windmill is designed to be a perfect blend of luxury, tranquility and comfort.

The second and third floors host two luxury bedrooms and the ground floor has Dining Room, Kitchen and Bathroom. The finest linens and towels, immaculate furnishings and the back-drop of the stunning countryside.

Escape - Boutique B&B in Llandundno

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The Times rates Escape as the "Coolest B&B in Wales", and Escape was a finalist in the Welsh National Tourism Awards 2010 in the "Best Place to Stay" category. Escape offers wow factor features in each room including luxurious en-suites, imaginative lighting, be-spoke & vintage furniture and on-trend design element. All rooms feature large TV's, Blu-ray players & Bose I-Pod docks.

Brynarth Country Guest House

Brynarth Country Guest House offers Bed and Breakfast accommodation near Aberystwyth, Mid Wales. Nestled within the beautiful countryside in the foothills of the Cambrian Mountains, amongst some of the most stunning scenery in the Ystwyth Valley. This 9 room property is ideally located to access the many attractions in Ceredigion & the beautiful nearby coast.

Nant yr Onog Farmhouse, Dyfi Valley

Gay and Lesbian Friendly Farmhouse Bed and Breakfaston the tranquil pastured slopes of the upper Dyfi Valley in the Snowdonia National Park. Hosts Georgina and her mother Pat are both passionate about horses and are carriage ride eventers. Nant yr Onog is a very laid back and relaxed place to spend your holiday surrounded by some of the most beautiful countryside in Wales

Tir y Coed, Rowen

Surrounded by an acre of mature landscaped gardens on the edge of Rowen, one of the Conwy Valley’s most delightful villages and just within the boundary of the Snowdonia National Park. Tir y Coed is situated four miles from the World heritage town of Conwy. Two miles from Bodnant Gardens and three miles from Surf Snowdonia.

LGBT Holidays

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Magical Pride

Magical Pride at DisneyLand Paris runs from 11 - 14 October 2018.

Explore the Disney Parks, jump on the runaway train at Big Thunder Mountain, marvel at the Disney characters on Parade and scream as you plunge 13 floors in The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, all before grabbing a bite to eat and partying the night away with new found friends in the bars and clubs in Disney Village. A Farewell Breakfast will then round off the weekend where you can reminisce and reflect on your time at Pride, all whilst being greeted by some of Disney's most beloved Characters.

Inclusive retreats

Inclusive Retreats is a one-stop shop for LGBT-friendly destinations and accommodation. They highlight some of the best gay-friendly places around the world to making travel as an LGBT individual, couple or group hassle-free. They’ve searched the world for the most tolerant and inclusive places and brought them together for you in one place.

Pride Expeditions

At Pride Expeditions they aim to give expeditioners life enhancing experiences whilst also helping the minorities in the locations they visit.

They run adventurous expeditions for adventurous people regardless of their orientation, beliefs or whom they love. Their in-country providers support equality for LGBT people and have vowed not to discriminate against anyone based on gender, orientation or identity. They aim to provide financial support, positive role models and prominence to anti-discrimination organisations that actively operate in the countries we visit.

Browse expeditions and find out more here: www.prideexpeditions.co.uk

Hoseasons LGBT friendly breaks

Whether you’re looking for vibrant nightlife, sprawling countryside, or simply a relaxing weekend retreat with your partner, Hoseasons have a range of LGBT holiday destinations just waiting to be explored.